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Cedric Tillman Fantasy Overview

Cedric Tillman

Cedric Tillman
Player Profile

WR CLE

Height

6'3"

Weight

215 lbs.

Experience

2 yrs.

Bye

9

Birthday

Apr 19, 2000

Age

25.2

College

Tennessee

NFL Draft Pick

2023 - Rd 3, Pk 74

Fantasy Rankings & Projections

Fantasy Rankings

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Dynasty
WR57

2025 Projections

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Cedric Tillman's Preseason Player Analysis

2024 Summary

Production & Fantasy Finishes

Tillman recorded stats in just nine games but delivered 80.4 fantasy points (WR90) with an average of 8.9 PPR points per game (WR66).

His production came in spurts, including three top-12 finishes in Weeks 7-9, but he failed to finish inside the top 50 in his other active weeks.

When given starter-level usage, he briefly flirted with WR1 territory.

Usage & Role

Tillman’s playing time varied, but in four games with a route rate over 80%, he averaged 10.0 targets per game on a 21.5% target share.

In that stretch, he ranked fourth among WRs in expected PPR points per game and ninth in actual points per game, showing real fantasy potential when given a full workload.

That stretch also came with WR Amari Cooper out of the lineup. Tillman barely played while Cooper was active, but averaged 8.8 targets per game and 66 receiving yards per game without Cooper in 2024.

He played mostly outside (72.2%) with occasional slot work (27.2%).

Efficiency Metrics

Tillman’s per-route efficiency lagged:

  • 1.22 yards per route (74th of WRs with 30+ targets)
  • 65.8 PFF receiving grade (70th)
  • 3.8 yards after catch per reception and 12.3 aDOT show Tillman’s downfield role when he was targeted.

Offensive Context

Cleveland’s offense, under OC Ken Dorsey, ranked second in pace and fifth in pass rate (65%), creating plenty of opportunity.

The offensive line finished 10th in pass blocking, helping support a high-volume aerial attack that often had to play from behind.

Tillman benefited most when Cooper missed time, opening up available targets for him.

Historical Production & Trends

After a quiet rookie season, Tillman took a step forward in 2024 with flashes of legit production in a starter role when Cooper was out of the lineup.

This was definitely a step in the right direction for Tillman to earn a full-time starting role.

Injury History

Tillman missed the Browns’ playoff game after the 2023 season due to a concussion.

He sustained another concussion last season in Week 12, causing him to miss the final six games of the season.

His concussion history is beginning to become concerning for Tillman’s long-term outlook.


2025 Expectations

Projected Role & Competition

Tillman enters 2025 as the expected starter at the X position for the Browns.

Jerry Jeudy should continue to be the No. 1 WR, being moved around the formation, while the signing of Diontae Johnson gives the Browns a third receiving threat.

TE David Njoku will also siphon targets, especially in the red zone.

The rest of the WR group, including Jamari Thrash and David Bell, doesn’t pose a threat to Tillman’s role.

Supporting Cast

The Browns QB situation is among the worst in the NFL.

They traded for QB Kenny Pickett and added QB Joe Flacco, neither boasting a starting QB profile.

Adding third-round pick Dillon Gabriel and fifth-round pick Shedeur Sanders doesn’t move the needle either.

The Browns’ OL returns all five starters from a unit that ranked 10th in ESPN’s pass block win rate last year.

Coaching & Offensive Scheme

Cleveland’s offense drastically changed in 2024 under OC Ken Dorsey, jumping from a 56.4% pass rate in 2023 up to a 65.0% pass rate. The Browns ranked top five in pass attempts.

Despite ranking last in points scored, the Browns ranked top-10 in pass volume and neutral pass rate (59.7%).

Advanced Stats

Forty Yard Dash

4.54

Forty Yard Dash Rank

54%

Three Cone Drill

7.32

Burst Score

126.90

Burst Score Rank

78%

Speed Score

103.00

Speed Score Rank

79%

Catch Radius

10.11

Catch Radius Rank

68%

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